Instructor/Special Projects Coordinator

This is a 10-month position (August through May).

Summary of Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsible for coordinating special projects for the College of Science, Engineering, and Technology. Specifically, this position will focus on revenue-generating academic programs and student recruitment initiatives. 
 

• Teach up to three (3) courses in chosen field, preferably within the JCSET, per year (if assigned) 
• Work with the college and departments in student recruitment, retention and diversity & inclusion initiatives 
• Serve on the collegiate leadership team, working directly with the Dean's office and all department 
• Work with Branding and Marketing strategies for new initiatives and programs 
• Work with dean, assistant dean and chairs on identification of revenue-generating academic programs 
• Once identified, work with faculty members on assisting with new course(s) preparation 
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education Requirements:
Master's degree is required.

Minimum Experience and Skill Requirements:

• One year of experience managing projects is required. 
• Ability to work effectively with multiple constituencies; strong team building, negotiation and consensus building skills; strong oral and written communication skills is required. 
• Integrity, high ethical standards, and demonstrated record of treating others with respect and dignity; good organizational skills and the ability to self-direct and work independently is required. 
• An understanding of the entrepreneurial process, knowledge of computers, software, online learning platforms and webpage development is required. 
• Familiarity and comfort level with regional public schools and community colleges is required. 
• May require some travel and evening/weekend work. 
• Ability effectively handle multiple priorities is required. 

Preferred Education and/or Experience Qualifications:

• Degree within a field of experience in the Jesse D. Jones College of Science, Engineering and Technology is preferred. 
• Two years of experience working in a professional, customer-oriented environment, preferably in higher education, and experience in project coordination/management preferred.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.